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tritsofme

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6. He and Bob Dole are also the only floor leaders to wage serious presidential campaigns in over 60 years.

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Thu Apr 10, 2025, 09:32 PM

Apr 2025

In recent times it has been one track or the other.

Senators running for president typically miss tons of votes and spend a lot of time away from the Senate, not really compatible with the responsibilities of leading the entire caucus.

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I think he is an excellent replacement. yellow dahlia Apr 2025 #3

It seems like he is positioning himself more for a presidential run than a leadership contest. tritsofme Apr 2025 #4

LBJ was Senate Majority Leader speak easy Apr 2025 #5

He and Bob Dole are also the only floor leaders to wage serious presidential campaigns in over 60 years. tritsofme Apr 2025 #6